Frederik Andersen Getting Better As Series Ages With Game 6 Win

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Frederik Andersen made 32 saves on 33 shots for a .970 save percentage in the 3-1 win over the Boston Bruins. After being down 3-1 in the series, and allowing the first goal of the game, the Leafs have bounced back in both and have now won their last two games. […]

James van Riemsdyk Clutch On The Power Play

Through five games of their first round series, the Toronto Maple Leafs have scored three power play goals on 10 opportunities. James van Riemsdyk has scored each and every one of them. JVR has made a name for himself on the power play, and much of his success has come within six feet of the […]

Morgan Rielly Doling Out Apples

Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly found his way back on to the score sheet in game 5, feeding Tyler Bozak on a cross-ice pass midway through the second period. Rielly was held without a point in game 4, as the Leafs were limited to a single goal, but notched his fifth assist in as […]

Frederik Andersen Will Start Game 5

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Frederik Andersen will get the nod in Game 5 against the Boston Bruins. This comes as no surprise, as despite Andersen's subpar .880 save percentage this postseason, he is the goalie that the Leafs will go to when needing the best chance to win. Boston's top line of Patrice Bergeron, David […]

Tomas Plekanec Bumped From Second Line

As many expected, Toronto Maple Leafs center Tomas Plekanec has lost his spot on the second line as a result of Nazem Kadri’s return from suspension. Plekanec played his best hockey of the series and as a Maple Leaf in games 3 and 4, posting two points and limiting Boston’s top line. It was a […]

William Nylander Skating On Third Line

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander was skating on the third line at the team’s morning skate Saturday. Coach Mike Babcock juggled his line a bit, dropping Nylander from the first line. Nylander had a +/- of -2 in game 4 and has just one assist through four games, and has not been able to […]

Mitchell Marner Extends Point Streak To Three Games

Toronto Maple Leafs center Mitchell Marner tallied an assist on the Maple Leafs only goal in their loss Thursday. This extends his point streak to three consecutive games, as the winger continues to drive offense for his team. Even after losing their centerman, Toronto’s second line has been its most productive in this series and […]

Tomas Plekanec Scores First Goal With Maple Leafs

Toronto Maple Leafs center Tomas Plekanec scored for the first time since Feb. 22, his last appearance with the Montreal Canadiens. His first with the Maple Leafs put Toronto on the board and tied the game in the first period of Thursday’s Game 4. This marks consecutive games that Plekanec has found the score sheet […]

Patrick Marleau Leads Leafs With Two-Goal Night

Thirty-eight-year-old Toronto Maple Leafs forward Patrick Marleau scored twice in Monday’s Game 3 win over the Boston Bruins. His first goal reinstated Toronto’s lead early in the second frame, re-directing a perfectly placed pass from linemate Mitch Marner. Marner also found Marleau with a stretch pass on a counter attack late in the game. Marleau […]

Morgan Rielly Extends Assist Streak To Three Games

Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly continued to rack up assists on Monday, doubling his postseason total with a pair. Rielly has been stellar at moving the puck in this series and now has four assists through three games. Rielly logged helpers on each of the Leafs first two goals, starting both plays from the […]

Auston Matthews Notches First Goal Of Postseason

The moment many Toronto Maple Leafs fans have been waiting for finally arrived in Game 3. Auston Matthews found the back of the net. Late in the second period, Toronto’s top line of Matthews, Zach Hyman and William Nylander connected on a goal, giving the Leafs the lead for the third and final time on […]

Mitchell Marner Breathing Life Into Maple Leafs Play

Toronto Maple Leafs sophomore Mitchell Marner continued his strong play in the postseason, logging his second straight multi-point performance. After scoring a goal and adding an assist in Game 2, Marner registered a pair of assists in Monday’s tilt with the Boston Bruins. Both were the primary helpers on goals by linemate Patrick Marleau. Marner’s […]

Frederik Andersen Has Strong Showing In Victory

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Frederik Andersen played easily his best game of the series Monday night, turning aside 40 of 42 shots and limiting Boston’s potent offense. Chief among his many saves was an incredible goal-line paddle save on Boston’s David Pastrnak as the Bruins attempted to mount a late third-period comeback. Returning home was […]

Tomas Plekanec Centering Toronto’s Second Line Ahead Of Game 3

Veteran centerman Tomas Plekanec is getting a promotion to the second line ahead of Toronto’s home game Monday. The opportunity arises in the wake of Nazem Kadri’s suspension he received in game 1. Plekanec’s production has been anything but stellar in his short time with the Maple Leafs; he’s logged just two assists in 17 […]

James van Riemsdyk Notches Leafs First Power Play Marker

Toronto Maple Leafs forward James van Riemsdyk found a way to finally beat Boston’s penalty kill. The Toronto Maple Leafs were 0-for-6 with the man advantage until late in game 2, when van Riemsdyk cleaned up a rebound from an area in which he has become very comfortable. Mitchell Marner’s changed direction after making contact […]

Frederik Andersen Chased In First Period

Frederik Andersen had another tough outing against the red hot Boston Bruins. After allowing five goals on 40 shots in game 1, the Leafs netminder was chased from his net after Boston’s third goal just 12:13 into the opening frame. Frederik Andersen has been the clear starting goalie in Toronto this season, but in tough […]

Frederik Andersen Gets The Nod In Game 2

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Frederik Andersen will get the nod to go up against the Boston Bruins in Game 2 of the playoffs. This comes as no surprise as Andersen is the clear starting goaltender for the Leafs, and they will need all the help they can get. After getting shelled with 40 shots and […]

Nazem Kadri Suspended Three Games For Hit; Patrick Marleau Practices In His Place

The NHL’s department of player safety has handed Nazem Kadri a three-game suspension for his boarding of Boston Bruins Tommy Wingels in Game 1. Kadri was given a five-minute major and game misconduct on the play, and a suspension is not surprising, but three games is sending quite a message. Kardi’s absence will be a […]

Mitchell Marner Shooting More On The Road

Although Toronto Maple Leafs right winger Mitch Marner was held off the score sheet in Game 1, he continues to show high-quality play against the Boston Bruins. Thursday marks the first time this season Marner finished without any points in a game against Boston, but the youngster still created chances for Toronto. Interestingly, Marner’s shot […]

Zach Hyman Tallies Lone Goal in Leafs Loss

Toronto Maple Leafs winger Zach Hyman scored the Maple Leafs only goal on Thursday. After being outplayed for the first 10 minutes of the game, Hyman sought to flip the script and breath life into Toronto’s play. Sent streaking down the right wing by Connor Brown, Hyman blew by two Bruins before tucking it backhand […]

Frederik Andersen Pummeled In Loss

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Frederik Andersen made 35 saves on 40 shots for an .875 save percentage in the 5-1 loss to the Boston Bruins. In comparison to the 27 shots that his team took for the game and the mere one goal scored, Andersen really didn't get much help in this game. Andersen will […]

Nazem Kadri Ejected From Game 1 Against Bruins, Likely To Be Suspended

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nazem Kadri was charged with five minutes for charging and 10 minutes for a game misconduct after a head shot on Bruins forward Tommy Wingels. Wingels was on his knees after laying a hit and Kadri launched his body into Wingels' head that was against the boards. For anyone who watched […]

Nazem Kadri Scoring Consitently Against Bruins

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nazem Kadri performed well in the regular season series with the Boston Bruins. The 27-year-old scored two goals and added three assists in four meetings. The Leafs will look for Kadri to maintain his consistency and pitch in offensively as they begin their first-round series on Thursday. Kadri has cemented himself […]

Mitchell Marner Looking To Carry Regular Season Success Into Round 1

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitchell Marner was hugely productive against the Boston Bruins in the regular season. The sophomore totaled three goals and six assists for nine points in their four meetings and scored in all but one matchup, including the Leafs lone goal in their only loss to Boston on Feb. 3. Marner has […]

Auston Matthews Dominating for Playoff Bound Maple Leafs

Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews scored a goal and an assist in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens. With two points on the score sheet, Matthews has now collected at least one point in all nine of the games that he has played in since returning from injury on March 22. With 13 […]

Frederik Andersen Scheduled to Start Final Two Games

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Frederik Andersen will be in the net for Toronto’s final two games leading up to the playoffs, per head coach Mike Babcock. Andersen did not play in Toronto’s last two games in an effort to get some rest heading into the playoffs, and he now will be starting two games in […]

Frederik Andersen To Close Out Season For Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock stated that he wants goalie Frederik Andersen to start two games leading into the postseason. Curtis McElhinney has been confirmed to start in goal for the Leafs Monday, meaning Andersen will start both games remaining in the Leafs' regular season schedule. It’s not all that common to know a […]

Curtis McElhinney Gets Final Nod Of Regular Season

The Maple Leafs have tapped goalie Curtis McElhinney for a second straight start Monday as the Buffalo Sabres visit the Air Canada Centre. McElhinney dropped Saturday’s 3-1 decision to the Winnipeg Jets but gets a plus matchup Monday against the Sabres. Prior to the loss, McElhinney was fantastic in consecutive wins in mid-March, including a […]

Curtis McElhinney to Start Against Jets

Toronto Maple Leafs back-up goaltender Curtis McElhinney will get the start Saturday night against the Winnipeg Jets. In a match-up of two playoff bound teams, Toronto will be looking to win their second game against the Jets this season after defeating them 7-2 back in October. McElhinney will have his hands full against a Winnipeg […]

James Van Riemsdyk Having Career Scoring Year

Toronto Maple Leafs left wing James Van Riemsdyk has scored 36 goals this season, which is a career high for the veteran in the last year of his contract. He has continued scoring at a tremendous rate, netting three goals in his last five games. His 54 points, however, fall in line with his typical […]